Meanwhile, the ascent of autonomous vehicles, supply chain disruptions, and the ongoing semiconductor shortage have thrown some extra turns into a long, winding road.
With these shifts reshaping the market, it isn’t easy to keep a firm grip on current trends, making it difficult to get ahead of the curve. Protolabs Automotive Innovation Report: Gearing up for Change is your chance to dive into the automotive story.
Based on the insight of 150 key executives in the automotive industry, this report is a jump-start for you to gain a strategic edge in this rapidly evolving industry.
Discover from the report why:
• Automotive manufacturers are placing importance on spreading innovations across their ecosystem, with 46% identifying developing ideas in collaboration with customers and suppliers as a key strength.
• Despite 56% of automotive manufacturers believing more flexible working would be beneficial, 81% say spending at least 4 days a week on-site is optimal for innovation.
• The industry is divided on its approach to supply chain restructuring, with 51% believing that it will have a positive effect on innovation.
• Despite 66% of automotive manufacturers innovating to improve worker productivity through technology, 34% do not use cobots and have no plans to do so.
Access the report here.